Hay Fever

Book Hay Fever tickets at Wyndham’s Theatre

Christine Baranski makes her West End debut as Judith Bliss in Noël Coward’s Hay Fever, opposite Richard E. Grant as her novelist husband David, at Wyndham’s Theatre. Emily Burns directs this strictly limited season, which plays until 12 December 2026. Choose your date and seats on the Hay Fever tickets page on British Theatre.

Judith retired from the stage last year and already misses the applause. At the family’s country home, her husband David and their grown-up children Sorel and Simon are far too wrapped up in themselves to be much of an audience, so she invites a young admirer down for the weekend. Without telling one another, each of the Blisses has invited a guest of their own, and the house soon descends into parlour games, put-downs and unrequested encores. Coward called it a comedy of appalling manners, and Judith remains one of the great comic roles in the English repertoire.

What a Hay Fever evening at Wyndham’s Theatre feels like

Plan for about 2 hours, including an interval. Expect a handsome 1920s drawing room designed by Frankie Bradshaw, quick-fire Coward dialogue and a second half that tips into full-blown farce. Critics have singled out the supporting company, with Lucy Karczewski’s painfully shy Jackie drawing some of the warmest notices. Read our Hay Fever reviews round-up for the full picture.

Wyndham’s Theatre sits on Charing Cross Road, moments from Leicester Square, with Covent Garden, Soho and Chinatown all a short walk away for dinner before the show. Doors open 45 minutes before the performance, and the theatre has three licensed bars.

How to book Hay Fever tickets on British Theatre

Pick a performance in the calendar, compare seats in the Stalls, Royal Circle and Grand Circle, then book through Hay Fever on British Theatre. Evening performances are Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm, with matinees on Wednesday and Saturday at 2.30pm. This is a strictly limited season that ends on 12 December, so it pays to choose your date early.

The company is led by Christine Baranski and Richard E. Grant, with Nancy Carroll, Charles Edwards and Ophelia Lovibond among the cast. Casting can change for individual performances, so check the listing for the night you want. Tickets cannot be refunded, amended or rescheduled once booked.

Practical tips for Hay Fever at Wyndham’s Theatre

There is no dress code, and smart casual is typical for a West End play. Allow time for security and bag checks on arrival. Latecomers may not be admitted until a suitable break in the performance. Food and drink bought elsewhere cannot be taken into the theatre. The production contains flashing lights and the smoking of cigarettes. The nearest Underground station is Leicester Square, and Charing Cross is the closest mainline station.

Why you will love Hay Fever at Wyndham’s Theatre

• See Christine Baranski’s West End debut as the irrepressible Judith Bliss
• Watch Richard E. Grant back on the London stage as David Bliss
• Enjoy one of Noël Coward’s best-loved comedies in a stylish new production
• Catch a supporting cast that critics singled out for praise
• Book official Hay Fever tickets with live availability

If you fancy another London night out, see The Mousetrap or The Play That Goes Wrong. For travel and venue details, start with the Wyndham’s Theatre guide, and see the Hay Fever cast and creatives.

Good to know about Hay Fever at Wyndham’s Theatre

Age guidance

Children under 3 are not admitted. Under 16s must be accompanied by, and sit next to, a ticket holder aged 18 or over. Everyone needs their own ticket, whatever their age.

Performance times

Monday to Saturday at 7.30pm, with Wednesday and Saturday matinees at 2.30pm, until 12 December 2026. The running time is about 2 hours, including an interval.

Accessible performances

A captioned performance is scheduled for 2.30pm on Saturday 31 October 2026, and an audio described performance for 7.30pm on Tuesday 3 November 2026, with a touch tour at 6pm.

Seating at Wyndham’s Theatre

Wyndham’s opened in 1899 and is one of the more intimate West End playhouses. The Stalls and Royal Circle are each reached by 18 steps, and the Grand Circle by 40 steps to rows A to D and 56 steps to rows E to H. Wheelchair access is into Stalls Box A by lift, so contact the theatre before booking a wheelchair space.